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Sunday, 20 August 2017

Is Popcorn a Healthy Snack?

What's the story with popcorn, is it a healthy snack, a guilty indulgence or something in between? Let's take a look!

Popcorn, in and of itself, is a complex whole grain, so it's high in fibre with a low glycemic index.

It's naturally vegan, gluten free and low FODMAP

A 2 cup portion is equal to 1 Canada's Food Guide grain serving

2 cups provide less than 1 gram of fat, 2 grams of protein, 2.5 grams of fibre, plus magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and small amounts of many other essential nutrients

Serving sizes on packaged popcorn is huge, ranging from 3.5 cups to 7.25 cups! (Have you ever seen such a large serving anywhere else?!) This is because popcorn is so light and fluffy, so it takes a significant amount to add up.

It is considered a choking hazard, so it's recommended to not give to children under 4 (and also anyone who has difficulty chewing and swallowing)

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Bracha

I am a Registered Dietitian in Toronto. I believe food and activity should be enjoyable and easy. I'm not a rule follower when it comes to food prep, and you don't have to be either! Let's have some fun in the kitchen :)